Judge — July 12, 1919 — page 4: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "The Depth Bomb" This illustration by Robert Thesemann depicts an underwater scene with satirical intent. A mermaid sits on the ocean floor near sea vegetation and rocks, while above her, an angel-like cupid figure pilots a small boat equipped with what appears to be a depth bomb or explosive device. The cartoon likely comments on courtship or romantic entanglement using naval/military imagery. The "depth bomb" suggests a dangerous romantic pursuit—the cupid figure is literally dropping explosive consequences into the depths where the mermaid waits. This appears to be social satire about the complications or "dangers" of romance, using the metaphor of underwater warfare to critique or humorously depict romantic complications of the era.